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EMERGENCY PREPARATION 

EMERGENCY PREPARATION 

How to Prepare .
1.  Build An Emergency Kit
Make sure your emergency kit is stocked with the items on the checklist below. Most of the items are inexpensive and easy to find, and any one of them could save your life.  Once you take a look at the basic items, consider what unique needs your family might have, such as supplies for pets, or seniors. 
After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for at least 72 hours. An emergency kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency.
Basic Emergency Kit
To assemble your kit, store items in airtight plastic bags and put your entire emergency kit in one or two easy-to-carry containers such as plastic bins or a duffel bag. 
A basic emergency supply kit could include the following recommended items: 
  • Water - one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation
  • Food - at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
  • Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert
  • Flashlight
  • First aid kit
  • Extra batteries
  • Whistle to signal for help
  • Dust mask to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
  • Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
  • Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
  • Manual can opener for food
  • Local maps
  • Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery
Additional Emergency Supplies
Consider adding the following items to your emergency supply kit based on your individual needs:
  • Prescription medications
  • Non-prescription medications such as pain relievers, anti-diarrhea medication, antacids or laxatives
  • Glasses and contact lens solution
  • Infant formula, bottles, diapers, wipes, diaper rash cream
  • Pet food and extra water for your pet
  • Cash or traveler's checks
  • Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records saved electronically or in a waterproof, portable container
  • Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person
  • Complete change of clothing appropriate for your climate and sturdy shoes
  • Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper to disinfect water
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Matches in a waterproof container
  • Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
  • Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels and plastic utensils
  • Paper and pencil
  • Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children
2. Make a Plan
If a hurricane might be headed toward you, you need to prepare. You’ll want to learn about hurricane alerts, prepare your family and pets, and get your car and home ready for the storm.
  • Go over your emergency plan with your family.  Make sure you have the supplies you need.
  • Pack important documents (like wills or passports) with you.
  • Call the hospital, public health department, or the police about special needs. If you or a loved one is older or disabled and won’t be able to leave quickly, get advice on what to do.
  • Check your carbon monoxide detector. Carbon monoxide poisoning can be deadly.
  • Put pets and farm animals in a safe place
  • Keep in mind emergency shelters and many hotels may not let you bring animals with you if you need to evacuate. Ask your local public health department if pets are allowed in shelters. 
  • Clear your yard. Make sure there’s nothing that could blow around during the storm and damage your home. Move bikes, lawn furniture, grills, propane tanks, and building material inside or under shelter.
  • Cover up windows and doors outside. Use storm shutters or nail pieces of plywood to the window frames to protect your windows. This can help keep you safe from pieces of shattered glass.
  • Be ready to turn off your power. If you see flooding, downed power lines, or you have to leave your home, switch it off.
  • Fill clean water containers with drinking water. You’ll want to do this in case you lose your water supply during the storm. You can also fill up your sinks and bathtubs with water for washing.
  • Lower the thermostat in your refrigerator and freezer to the coolest possible temperature. If your power goes out, your food will stay fresh longer. 
  • Fill your car’s gas tank. You may also want to consider making plans with friends or family to get a ride.
  • Move cars and trucks into your garage or under cover
3. Be Informed 
  • Keep checking for updates about the storm. Watch TV, listen to the radio, or check online.
  • Listen for disaster sirens and warning signals.
Rowan County Shelters:
Although no shelters are open right now the following shelter locations are provided for general awareness in the event that they need to be opened.  Sheltering information is available on the ReadyNC App and at  www.readyrowan.org.
  •  Hefner VA Medical Center Bldg 6, 1601 Brenner Ave, Salisbury
  • Salisbury YMCA, 828 W Jake Alexander Blvd Salisbury 
  •  Centenary United Methodist Church, 620 Centenary Church Rd Mount Ulla 
  •  Concordia Lutheran Church 185 Concordia Church Rd China Grove
  •  Cornerstone Church, 315 Webb Rd Salisbury
  •  East Rowan YMCA, 790 Crescent Rd Rockwell
  •  First Baptist Church/Rockwell, 8630 Hillcrest Dr Rockwell
  •  Granite Quarry Municipal Bldg, 143 N Salisbury Av Granite Quarry
  •  Jackson Park Elementary School, 1400 Jackson St Kannapolis
  •  Rogers Park Baptist Church 309 E 24th St Kannapolis Kannapolis 35.32 -80.61
  •  Salisbury City Park Rec Center, 316 Lake Dr Salisbury 
  •  Salisbury Civic Center, 315 S Boundary St Salisbury 
  •  Salisbury Hall Gym, 1400 W Bank St Salisbury
  •  Salisbury Miller Recreation Center, 1402 W Bank St Salisbury
  •  South Rowan YMCA, 950 Kimball Rd China Grove, Landis 
  •  Woodrow Wilson School, 800 N Walnut St Kannapolis
  •  NC Lutheran Home/Trinity Oaks, 820 Klumac Rd Salisbury
  • Rufty-Holmes Senior Center, 1120 S MLK Jr Ave Salisbury